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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs with the ball during the Iowa/Northern Iowa football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 33-7.

Iowa football notebook: defensive line, injury update, and preparing for the 3-4

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 18, 2018

Iowa’s defensive line has been the biggest strength of a stellar Hawkeye defense through three weeks. The group ranks second in the Big Ten and third in the country with 12 sacks, setting a tone on...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Sept 17, 2018.

Many factors contribute to 20-year ADHD increase, UI researchers say

Charles Peckman, News Reporter September 18, 2018

An analysis from University of Iowa researchers found an increase in American children diagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder from 1997 to 2016. Researchers found a 4.1 percent increase...

Dr. M. R. Rajagopal speaks at the College of Nursing on Monday, Sept. 17, 2018. Rajagopal was nominated for the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for his work establishing Pallative care centers and services throughout India.

Nobel Peace Prize nominee speaks at UI about medical field struggles in India

Kate Pixley, News Reporter September 17, 2018

M.R. Rajagopal, a palliative-care physician, activist, and Nobel nominee, visited the University of Iowa on Monday for a series of lectures, which will continue today. Rajagopal is the founder and chairman...

A volunteer carrying voter registration forms is seen on the Pentacrest on Monday, September 17, 2018. Members of the University of Iowa ROTC read the U.S. constitution aloud in honor of Constitution Day.

UISG, GPSG hopes to increase student voter turnout through Voter Registration Week

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter September 17, 2018

The University of Iowa Student Government and the Graduate/Professional Student Government have teamed up to devise the first ever Voter Registration Week, hoping to engage students in voting and being...

Former state Board of Regents President Bruce Rastetter announces the appointment of Bruce Harreld as the new UI president during a meeting in the IMU on Sept. 3, 2015. Harreld is the 21st president of the UI.

Lawsuit against University of Iowa presidential search committee settled

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor September 17, 2018

A lawsuit related to the search process that resulted in the hiring of Bruce Harreld as University of Iowa president in 2015 was recently settled, with the university paying the plaintiff $55,000 to cover...

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Mekhi Sargent (10) breaks away from tacklers during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14.

By the numbers: Iowa vs. Northern Iowa

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 17, 2018

Iowa’s rushing game was on the money against Northern Iowa on Sept. 15 in Kinnick, specifically with tailbacks Toren Young and Mekhi Sargent. The duo posted a combined stat line of 29 carries, 158 yards,...

A dog collar is seen on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.

Iowa City raises pet fees to offset shelter costs

Maria Kuiper, News Reporter September 17, 2018

For the first time in more than 20 years, the Iowa City City Council has approved an increase in animal-service fees. The new fees include an uptick in prices for “unaltered” pets. If a pet is more...

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley looks on before the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill Sept. 4, 2018 in Washington, D.C. (Olivier Douliery/Abaca Press/TNS)

Grassley announces public hearing in light of sexual-assault allegations against Kavanaugh

September 17, 2018

U.S Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said in a Monday statement he will hear out sexual-assault claims against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh in a public hearing next week. Kavanaugh and his...

'Stay off the arches,' Iowa City says of Park Road Bridge

‘Stay off the arches,’ Iowa City says of Park Road Bridge

Charles Peckman, News Reporter September 17, 2018

Iowa City released a press release Monday afternoon to try and curb potentially illegal activity on the new Park Road Bridge. “In the days since the opening of the new Park Road Bridge to pedestrians...

Iowa Supreme Court hears Dakota Access Pipeline case

Iowa Supreme Court hears Dakota Access Pipeline case

Julia Shanahan and Sarah Watson September 16, 2018

The Iowa Supreme Court recently heard arguments from representatives of Iowa landowners in a case regarding the controversial Dakota Access Pipeline, which runs underneath 343 miles of Iowa. Lawyers...

Herky the Hawk celebrates with the Iowa cheerleaders during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14.

Herky the Hawk celebrates his 70th birthday

Josie Fischels, News Reporter September 16, 2018

The third floor of the University of Iowa Main Library was filled with black and gold balloons on Sept. 14 thanks to an exhibit set up by the UI Libraries Special Collections and University Archives to...

After Miss America, Miss Iowa looks forward to a year of service to the state

After Miss America, Miss Iowa looks forward to a year of service to the state

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter September 16, 2018

A UI student competed in the 2018 Miss America pageant as Miss Iowa, and though she didn’t win the title, she left with what she described as the experience of a lifetime. Just last semester, Mikhayla...